Floyd, Virginia is located in the southwest region of the state, not far from the North Carolina border. It is about 31 miles south of Blacksburg, the home of Virginia Tech. It is also about 39 miles south of Roanoke. Floyd is a small town with a population of only 425 as of the 2010 census.
Despite its small size, the town of Floyd is a center for great music, particularly bluegrass music and old-time music. The town hosts the Friday Night Jamboree, jam sessions, and the National Music Festival, which features classical music.
When traveling to Floyd, there are some great places to eat. Below are my top recommendations for the best restaurants in Floyd, VA.
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Table of Contents
- Floyd Country Store (Cafe)
- Mickey G’s Bistro (Italian)
- Dogtown Roadhouse (Pizzeria)
- Red Rooster Coffee (Coffee Shop)
- Parkway Grille (American)
- Chateau Morrisette Winery (Winery)
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Floyd Country Store (Cafe)
Location
206 S Locust St, Floyd, VA 24091
Hours
- Monday: closed
- Tuesday: 11 am – 3 pm
- Wednesday: 11 am – 3 pm
- Thursday: 11 am – 8 pm
- Friday: 11 am – 9 pm
- Saturday: 10 am – 8 pm
- Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm
Description
The Floyd Country Store is a real country store that just happens to also have an excellent cafe. The store also has a rich place in the musical tradition of Floyd: it hosts local bluegrass musicians as part of the Friday Night Jamboree.
The country store sells cooking supplies, arts, local crafts, music, soaps, clothing, books, toys, games and much more. You can learn more about the country store here.
The cafe serves great food, including classic sandwiches such as the Classic Rueben, BLT, Turkey & Swiss, and Grilled Cheese. They have a number of healthy foods as well, including the Hummus Salad Plate and Pickled Beet Salad. Their salads feature the freshest ingredients that are locally sourced.
They also serves entree dishes like quiche and Pintos & Cornbread, which is a staple of the region.
As a throwback bonus, the cafe feature soda fountain favorites like milkshakes, soda floats, malts, sundaes, and ice cream sandwiches.
You can find their full menu here.
Mickey G’s Bistro (Italian)
Location
113 Parkview Rd NE, Floyd, VA 24091
Hours
- Wednesday – Saturday: 11 am – 9 pm
- Sunday – Tuesday: Closed
Description
Micky G’s Bistro has authentic Italian fare and classic dishes such as Calamari Fritti, Eggplant Parmigiana, Chicken Parmigiana, Fettuccine Alfredo, and Spaghetti with Italian Sausage. They also serve brick oven pizza.
Micky G’s also has a number of fresh salads, including a Greek Salad, Italian Salad, and The Italian Chef, which features provolone, mozzarella, salami, ham, hard-boiled egg, cucumbers, and tomatoes.
You can find a menu here.
Dogtown Roadhouse (Pizzeria)
Location
302 S Locust St, Floyd, VA 24091
Hours
- Wednesday: 4 pm – 9 pm
- Thursday: 4 pm – 9 pm
- Friday: 12 pm – 11 pm
- Saturday: 12 pm – 11 pm
- Sunday: 12 pm – 8 pm
- Monday and Tuesday: Closed
Description
Dogtown Roadhouse is another good food option in Floyd. They specialize in “wood-fired pizza, taps, and live music.” They use locally grown produce and homemade fresh ingredients.
They have an extensive menu that includes starters such as buffalo wings, tomato bisque, and bruschetta. They also offer salads; such as a Greek Kale Salad and Caesar Salad; as well as sandwiches; such as Meatball Sandwich and Pulled Chicken Sandwich.
But their main specialty is of course wood-fired pizza, and they have a large menu to choose from, including classics like Cheese, Margehrita, and Buffalo Chicken, as well as more exotic pizzas such as Wintersun; featuring bechamel sauce, baby spinach, and artichoke hearts; and Kitchen Sink, which has marinara, baby spinach, mushrooms, feta, red onions, red peppers, sausage, and pepperoni.
You can find their menu here.
Dogtown Roadhouse also serves as a music venue. They regularly host live music performances, such as reggae, jazz-rock, soul, blues, and much more.
You can learn more about their upcoming events here.
Red Rooster Coffee (Coffee Shop)
Location
823 E Main St, Floyd, VA 24091
Hours
- Monday – Friday: 7 am – 5 pm
- Saturday: 8 am – 3 pm
- Sunday: Closed
Description
Red Rooster Coffee is a great place for breakfast. They produce award-winning coffees, and so it is definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for some good coffee. It is conveniently located off of Main Street in Floyd. They focus on
Their menu includes coffee staples like espresso, cappuccino, and americano, as well as specialty drinks like the Firecracker, made with ghost peppers and the Golden Tumeric, made with tumeric, ginger juice, honey, and spices.
Red Rooster Coffee also offers a wide assortment of teas and even smoothies.
The coffee shop also has a bakery (called BakeRRy) with delectable sweets such as the Chocolate Espresso Layer Cake, Spiced Pear Cheesecake, and Naked Brown Butter Carrot Cake.
You can find their cafe and bakery menus here.
They sell a wide range of specialty coffee blends, including a breakfast blend, espresso, and Colombian, and Ethiopian coffees. You can even purchase their extensive list of coffee blends online.
Parkway Grille (American)
Location
227 N Locust St, Floyd, VA 24091
Hours
- Monday – Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 12 pm – 7 pm
- Friday – Saturday: 12 pm – 8 pm
- Sunday: 12 pm – 7 pm
Description
Parkway Grille is a great destination for lunch and dinner.
The grille features an extensive menu of salads, including a Caesar, Chopped, and Mediterranean salad. They also have a variety of different appetizers, including Crab Wontons, Avocado Wedges, Loaded Fries, and Coconut Shrimp.
For lunch, they have a wide variety of wraps, sandwiches, and burgers. And for dinner, entrees include Shrimp & Grits, Parkway Pasta, Mediterranean Salmon, Blackened Tuna, and Teriyaki Stir-fry.
You can find their menu here.
Chateau Morrisette Winery (Winery)
Location
291 Winery Rd SW, Floyd, VA 24091
Hours
- Monday – Thursday: 11 am – 5 pm
- Friday – Saturday: 11 am – 6 pm
- Sunday: 12 pm – 5 pm
Description
Chateau Morisette is an excellent winery featuring lovely views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains.
Unfortunately, their restaurant is currently closed, however, they offer wine tastings and cider, and they serve food on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
The winery also hosts special events and the Courtyard Concert Series, which features great music performances from local groups.
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